Russia

Russia popularly known as Russian federation is the world’s largest nation, it landscape stretches from tundra and forest to subtropical beaches. Its borders European countries, Asian together with the pacific and arctic oceans.

Russia is north most populous, having population of over 144 million people according to December 2017 census.

Russian contains 85 subjects. Russian capital city is Moscow, one of the largest cities in the world. Other key cities including kazan, Yakaterinburg , Saint Petersburg, Novosibirsk and Nizhny Novgorod.

Russian official language of communication is Russian. Its currency is Russian rubble. Russian made 12th position in the world’s economy ranking. Russian is grossly rich in mineral and energy resources. With colossal reserves making it one of the top producers of natural gas and oil in the world.

HIGHER EDUCATION

Russian offers one of the best education systems in the world and has earned a long standing tradition for high standard level of education. Literacy rates are about 90%-98% which exceed most of the European countries.

Russian is an ideal destination for students aiming to pursuit arts programs because it is known for historic excellence in Ballet, literature, classical music and painting.

Higher education is administered by the ministry of education and science of Russia.

Russia has some of the smallest class sizes compared to other countries in the world.

Russia education is ranked as 8th best in Europe and 13th best in the world in 2014.

Russia student cognitive skills is rated as the 9th highest in the world.

US Company known as Bloomberg rated Russia’s higher education as the third best in the world in 2016.

In 2014, Russia made 6th position in the ranking of popular destination for foreign students.

Russian is rich with cultural history and ideal for students interested in studying history.

Russian now participates in Bologna process and many of its premier universities are members of European universities association.

Russian offers endless benefits for educational enrichment.

REASONS FOR STUDYING IN RUSSIA

Russia has one of the best prestigious institutions in the world.

In the previous years, most universities in Russia have established collaboration with top –notch institutions world over. The universities are also poised to promote ever –evolving curriculum and campus affairs that sustain reputation.

Again continual raise in tuition fee and deficiency in European job market in Europe are driving student to Russia.

Let’s take looks at some common reasons to study in Russian

CHEAP TUITION AND LIVING COST

One of the key factors the attracts international students to Russian is the cost of education in Russia is grossly inexpensive in relation to quality of education it offers. Tuition can range from $1300-$2000 annually. Depending on the oblast in which are planning to study

RUSSIA PREMIER UNIVERSITY

Universities in Russia are deemed world class in every sense of the term independent, excellence, co-educational and of government endowment. There are several academic division award degree programs, academic departments as well as interdisciplinary centres and scientific work programs stretching beyond traditional department domains.

Russian is a renowned world leader in trans, chemist physicists, engineers mathematicians etc.

RECOGNISED DEGREE WORLD OVER

All universities that have undergone accreditation process by ministry of education and science of Russian have established affiliation with European universities association and are signatories to the bologna accords.

International students earn degree and qualifications which are open doors to academic and employment opportunities globally.

CULTURALLY DIVERSED NATION

Education in Russia does not only expose you to Russian culture but also exposes you to avenues to become acquitted with other cultures as well with countless wide array of diverse groups who adhere to different cultures, religion, ideologies, it is not possible to leave Russia without experiencing other culture.

AWESOME PLACE TO LIVE

From awesome architecture and Captivating history to its lively culture and dazzling night life, there is no limit to things to do, see and discover in Russia.

Russian is home to multiple climate zones, it lay chain to 26 unison world heritage sites including Red Square, the kremlin, the Holy Trimly monastery of saint sergius, the Golden mountains of Altai and many amazing other.

Sport enthusiasts and lovers of art will find plenty things to cherish in Russia

RUSSIAN ADMISSION

It is important you start your application process earlier to avoid unnecessary delay in relation to your admission process.

TUITION

Tuition fees are subject to change without prior notice. As a result, we are not able to provide accurate estimate over cost of tuition; but on average, the range is usually from $1400- $2,000 depending on your proposed course of study and oblast or city in which you wish to study. In many cases payment of tuition are payable upon arrival in about 2 installments.

Foreign students can choose to pay before departure or upon arrival in Russia.

ACCOMMODATION DETAILS

In order to completely benefit the university experience, hostel or campus accommodation is highly recommended. Students enjoy powerful structured university hostel situated in a highly conducive environment.
Rooms are accompanied with toilet, bathroom, kitchen, gym and sport facilities, internet access and other infrastructures.
Estimated cost of accommodation ranges from $17-$30 per month depending on students’ preferences.

If you are planning accommodation within the university campus, it becomes essential you notify us well in advance, allowing us to make perfect arrangement with the school for a better place.

ADMISSIONS

Russia offers almost the cheapest tuition in the entire Europe. University education is relatively cheap and quality compared to institution of higher learning in the U.S Canada, UK and many other European nations. Programs are available in variety of contexts ranging from Diploma, Certificate, Bachelor’s Degree, Specialist, Master’s Degree and PHD etc.
Admission Requirements

Admissions are open to students from any part of the world regardless of race, religion, background, language and cultural differences.
Admission is officially granted to an international applicant s without undertaking any entrance examination.
Besides, students are admitted on the basis of their course of intent. For instance, a student that applies for Medicine is admitted to study Medicine, Law student is admitted to study Law, Engineering student is admitted to study Engineering e.t.c.
In summary, to be considered for admission, only the following are required:

BACHELOR’S DEGREE

Waec /Neco result consisting five credits including Mathematics and English

Data page of international passport. Passport must be valid for 18months from the day of entrance to Russia

Application fee.

MASTER’S DEGREE

Waec/Neco result consisting at least five credits including Mathematics and English

Copy of degree certificate

Academic transcripts – optional

Data page of international passport. Passport must be valid for 18months from the day of entrance to Russia

Application fee

PREPARATORY COURSES

International students are expected to undertake preparatory courses in their first year in the university. Russian language is the core foundation of the preparatory course. The course covers Russian language lesson, culture, history and society. It enables you to adapt swiftly to new cultural and social environments.

The preparatory course lasts between months- 1 year, depending on how rapidly student can learn. Upon completion, students are awarded the certificate of proficiency in Russian language.

This certificate is consequently essential for admission into a full degree program- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

MEDICAL COURSES

Applicants who are aiming to study courses such as Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing must have minimum of C4 in Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Applicant with grades below C4 in core subjects specified above will not be considered.
Medical programs are divided into two categories, they include:

-English Medium

-Russia Medium

If you plan to attend medical courses delivered in English, you will need to possess minimum of C4 in Biology, Physics and Chemistry. The cost of tuition yearly ranges from $3500-$4000. Admission is once in a year. Classes begin in September of every year.

Russia Medium:

Applicant must possess minimum of C4 in core subjects including Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Cost of tuition ranges from $1200-1500 yearly. Admission is once in a year. Classes begin December 1st of every year.

RUSSIAN TAUGHT PROGRAMS

Most courses are available in Russian medium. Copies of your Waec, Neco or G.C.E result with copy of your international passport are all you have to provide to qualify for entry to any of our programs. You will need to possess minimum of D7 in five subject s relevant to your intending courses. Tuition ranges between $14000- $2000 yearly.
Most of the Russian taught Institutions accept payment of tuition fee upon arrival.

RUSSIAN TAUGHT COURSES

Below courses are available at both bachelor and masters levels

Economics History Political Science

Business Administration Accounting Psychology

Computer Engineering Biology Philosophy

Civil Engineering Chemistry Aeronautical Engineering

Information Technology Physics History

Law Sociology Mining

Mass Communication Social work Electrical Engineering

Biotechnology Oil and Gas Engineering Advertisement &Public Relations

Microbiology Mechanical Engineering Computer Science and many more………

When you are prepared to start your application process, bring those items outlined above, upon receipt, you enrollment process will take precedence. We look forward to seeing you soon!

ENGLISH TAUGHT COURSES

To gain entry to any of the courses mentioned above, applicant must possess minimum of C4 in five Subjects relevant to your intending course. English taught programs cost between $3000- $4000 yearly.

In similar vein, most institutions in Russia conducting training in English demand legalization, translation and authentication of passport and school leaving certificate as part of entry requirements. Cost of tuition for English taught programs range from $3000- $4000. Please note that you may need to pay 50% of tuition fee before you can be accepted into any of our English taught degree programs.

VISA DETAILS

Before applying to Russian Federation Consulate for student visa, applicant must have been officially granted an admission with a letter certifying that he is being admitted to run a full-time degree course of study by a university recognized by Federal Service for Supervision in Science and education of Russia.
An official admission and invitation letters combined with educational credentials (legalized) and other supporting documentations such as bank statements and medical certificate have to be provided before Russian Federation Consulate in order to be considered for visa.

Applicant must demonstrate sufficient means of subsistence denoting his ability to foot every cost associated with his studies during his entire period of stay in Russia.

Visa and admission processes take some weeks . The embassy will initially issue three months visa. Visa will thereafter be renewed with the help of the hosted university at Federal Migration Service in Russia. This will be done only when student must have reported for registration of courses and must have attended classes for several weeks.